Themed Beer Tastings

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Golden ales

Atlas Brewery Nimibus Blonde78A smooth and mouthfilling beer in the continental blonde style rather than following the trend for golden ales with a citrus accent. The diacetyl note (butterscotch, as it is technically known) will n...

Caledonian Golden Promise75One of the first organic ales, although the strain of barley that gives the beer its name is no longer used in the brew. After a full malty aroma and taste, the finish is
refreshingly delicate.

Exmoor Brewery Gold75One of the longest-established golden ales, dating back to the mid-1980s. Enjoy the rich, smooth maltiness.

Fuller's Discovery78A delicate but tasty beer designed to draw lager drinkers into the ale fold, using American Liberty hops for a citrus character and Czech Saaz for soft bitterness.

Harviestoun Bitter & Twisted80A remarkably tasty, bright yellow beer that can be comfortably chilled right down for hot days. Worth trying with a fruity salad like pear and stilton.

Ireland: Stout to the top
Ireland's beer consumption has been dominated by stout in general and Guinness in particular. But as the country changes through new wealth, are its drinking patterns changing too?